Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 271 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,797 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,745 mm | 4,999 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,897 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,747 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 70 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,003 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 953 mm | -21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 950 mm | -23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 623 L | 728 L | -105 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,662 L | 1,453 L | 0 L |
2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being older and larger, the seats are wide enough not to squeeze, or confine me while still supporting me in turns. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If anybody has any doubts about what is realy the best mid-size family car, just have your teenagers en.joy a few hours in the new 6 see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The other big plus is space. I am 6'4" with two sons over six foot tall. Even with me driving, there is enough space behind the drivers seat, and plenty of headroom. For the first time people actually tell me the back seats are comfortable! see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not enough to stretch your legs and spread out a bit see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2011 Honda Accord Crosstour Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I'm tall - 6-6" - and this is the roomiest and most comfortable car I've ever owned. Comparable to a Yukon for a driver. Great room inside at all seating positions for me. see full Honda Accord Crosstour review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Adjustability for a comfortable even on long trips see full Honda Accord Crosstour review |